BBC Radio Cymru has confirmed that author Manon Steffan Ros will present its weekly arts programme on Sunday afternoons from the end of January.
She will take over the slot on BBC Radio Cymru from Sunday, 25 January, becoming the new voice of the station’s dedicated arts output.
The programme will continue to explore creativity across Wales, with a focus on contemporary arts, culture and the people shaping them, broadcast every Sunday afternoon on the Welsh language network.
Manon succeeds Ffion Dafis, who is stepping down from the programme as she moves into her new role as Artistic Director of Theatr Bara Caws. The change marks a new chapter for the long-running arts strand on the station.
Speaking about the appointment, Manon said it was a privilege to take on the role and described radio as an important part of her life and connection to Welsh culture. She said she was looking forward to presenting a programme centred on the arts and creative work she cares deeply about.
She also highlighted the role BBC Radio Cymru plays for Welsh speakers living in areas where the language is less widely spoken, describing the station as a vital cultural link for listeners across Wales and beyond.
BBC Radio Cymru Editor Dafydd Meredydd said Manon’s appointment was an exciting step for the station. He said her voice and perspective would bring a personal stamp to the programme while taking listeners across Wales to reflect on what creativity means today.
He also thanked Ffion for her contribution to the arts programme, praising her enthusiasm, passion and knowledge, and wished her well in her new role at Theatr Bara Caws.
Manon will begin presenting the programme at the end of January, continuing BBC Radio Cymru’s commitment to arts coverage and creative conversation on Welsh language radio.
This story first appeared on radiotoday.co.uk